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ALYSSUM Dwarf Royal Carpet - LOBULARIA maritima
Sweet Alyssum
Stock: Available
SKU Code: F 50
Family: Brassicaceae
Characteristics: Groundcover 5-10 cm
Seed per packet: Approx 400
Seed per gram: Approx. 2450
An "All American Selection" winner in 1953 this heirloom variety of dwarf Sweet Alyssum Royal Carpet forms compact fragrant clumps of foliage covered with numerous purple flowers in four shades literally covering the plant from spring through to autumn. Blooms quickly from seed, easy to grow.
Ideal in rock gardens or between flagstones, pots, containers, or hanging baskets. A perfect companion with pansies, sweet William, and parsley in a container.
Readily self-seeds.
Grow notes:
Tropical: Autumn & Winter.
Temperate: All Seasons.
Cool climate: Spring, Summer & Autumn.
Sow: 1-2mm deep
Sow direct in the growing position for the best results. If sowing in trays transplant when large enough to handle avoiding excessive root disturbance.
Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Plant space: 8-10cm
Germination: 10-14 days
Flowering: 8 Weeks
Germinates faster when covered only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.
Adaptable to most soils and conditions but prefers an open sunny position. It is drought-resistant but frost-tender.
Tropical: Autumn & Winter.
Temperate: All Seasons.
Cool climate: Spring, Summer & Autumn.
Sow: 1-2mm deep
Sow direct in the growing position for best results. If sowing in trays transplant when large enough to handle avoiding excessive root disturbance.
Plant in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Plant space: 8-10cm
Germination: 10-14 days
Flowering: 8 Weeks
Germinates faster when covered only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.
Adaptable to most soils and conditions but prefers an open sunny position. It is drought resistant but frost tender.
